Advanced Shear-Wave NDT Technician (UT-II)

MISTRAS; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

MISTRAS Group, Inc. is seeking a Level II Ultrasonic Testing (UT) technician in Houston, TX to perform shear wave inspections on welds, plates, pipes, and vessels, documenting results per ASME/AWS/API/ASTM standards.

Responsibilities include calibration, reporting, and mentoring Level I technicians; travel to client sites as needed; reading drawings and maintaining QA records while upholding the company QMS and safety policies.

Qualifications

• Current Level II Ultrasonic Testing (UT) certification per ASNT SNT-TC-1A, NAS-410, NAVSEA, or CP-189.
• Demonstrated experience performing manual shear wave ultrasonic inspections.
• Thorough understanding of ultrasonic wave propagation and flaw characterization.
• Ability to read fabrication drawings and weld procedures.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform UT inspections using shear wave techniques on welds, plate, pipe, pressure vessels, and structures.
• Interpret inspection results per codes, standards, and customer specifications.
• Set up, calibrate, and operate UT equipment before and during inspections.
• Identify, size, characterize, and document discontinuities using shear wave methods.
• Complete accurate inspection reports, data sheets, and quality documentation.
• Verify equipment calibration and maintain calibration records.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, weld symbols, procedures, and technical specifications.
• Ensure inspections meet ASME, AWS, API, and ASTM requirements.
• Maintain compliance with QMS and safety policies.
• Coordinate findings with customers, supervisors, engineers, and quality personnel.
• Assist in developing inspection techniques and processes; mentor Level I technicians.

Skills

UT Inspections

Shear Wave

Documentation

MS Office

Travel

Education

Non-Destructive Testing School

Tools

UT Equipment

Job description

MISTRAS Group, Inc. is seeking a Level II Ultrasonic Testing (UT) technician in Houston, TX to perform shear wave inspections on welds, plates, pipes, and vessels, documenting results per ASME/AWS/API/ASTM standards.

Responsibilities include calibration, reporting, and mentoring Level I technicians; travel to client sites as needed; reading drawings and maintaining QA records while upholding the company QMS and safety policies.